Quality Engineer - 1st Shift

Quality Engineer - 1st Shift Job Title: Quality Engineer - 1st Shift Location: Agawam, MA (on-site) Pay: $35/hr to $45/hr (based on experience) Zip Code: 01001 Start Date: ASAP Our client is a growing manufacturing leader of precision machined components serving aerospace, defense, oil, gas, microwave technology, industrial and commercial sectors. Their team is committed to producing the highest quality work using the latest state-of-the-art equipment, technology, and manufacturing methods. The company, which serves a global market, is in Agawam, Massachusetts. Short Term Contract (min. of 3 months) Shift Hours: 1st Shift, 8am to 4:30pm (this role offers flexibility with the schedule, open to candidates looking for full-time, or part-time work for those seeking supplemental work). Role & Responsibilities:

• Assist in establishing and maintaining robust quality management systems for aerospace manufacturing and maintenance.
• Assist with conducting comprehensive audits and inspections to assess compliance with quality and customer specifications and standards.
• Oversee and evaluate suppliers to ensure the quality of components and materials used in aerospace systems.
• Monitor production process and perform regular tests to identify potential problems in the early stages
• Inspecting raw materials to find defects and enhance durability
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify issues and implement corrective actions
• Prepare reports and documentations on root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Review product blueprints and quality documentations
• Sets and tracks quality assurance schedule and goals
• Coordinates with external Quality Assurance Auditors and Technicians to ensure compliance
• Work with internal teams to improve the quality of products
• Develop inspection methods to analyze product quality
• Improve product quality by making recommendations for change
• Work together with relevant teams and departments to improve procedures
• Ensure products adhere to company, customer, and industry quality standards
• Brainstorm ideas to create solutions for identified problems
• Formulate a strategic plan to increase productivity
• Document results and findings after inspections are carried out
• Implement systems to ensure conformity and accuracy in the production process
• Maintaining quality standards, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• Foster collaboration among engineering, production, and regulatory teams to achieve common quality objectives and meet company goals.
• Assist with managing the company non-conformance databases
• Lead problem solving activities utilizing industry standard methodologies: 8D"s, 5 why"s, 3C, DMAIC, Ishikawa fish bone diagrams, FMEA"s
• Conduct internal audits and support with customer and ISO audits
• Develop procedures in line with customer and ISO expectations
• Assist with improvement of departmental structure and employee trainings
• Perform and approve First Article Inspections
• Assist in the development and distribution of quality metrics including nonconforming material, supplier performance and escapes.
• Implement corrective and preventative actions
• Balloon drawings and generate First Piece and FAI documents
• Perform verification of regulatory and customer requirements

Required attributes:

• Degree or equivalent (HNC/HND) in Aerospace, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing or another related field
• A minimum of 2 years" experience working in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace Knowledge: Familiarity with aerospace quality standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally at all levels within the organization.
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Organized, practical, logical in work approach
• Positive can-do attitude
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent drawing interpretation skills

Desired attributes:

• A minimum of 5 years" experience working in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of lean principles
• In depth knowledge of regulated industry standards, such as AS9100, ISO 9001
• Experience of AS/ISO, NIST audits
• Six Sigma trained

Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract/temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments in the engineering, IT, and professional fields. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.